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DNR secretary seeks modest fee increases to support fish stocking and invasive species control

2783669 · March 26, 2025
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Josh Kurtz, Secretary of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, asked for a favorable report on Senate Bill 258 on March 26, saying modest increases to non‑tidal fishing fees will sustain stocking programs, hatchery investments and invasive‑species work across the state.

Josh Kurtz, Secretary of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, asked the House Environment and Transportation Committee on March 26 for a favorable report on Senate Bill 258, a departmental measure tied to House Bill 40 that would increase fees for Maryland’s non‑tidal (sport)…

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